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sforster395 wrote:
 This is a question for those of you who have EQ7: I bought EQ5 when we were in the midst of closing down our business and didn't have much time to learn to use it. Would it be best to just skip it and upgrade to EQ7? I've read mixed reviews about it being not as user friendly, but the newer features sound wonderful! I would love to be able to draw my Sue's and the guys on the computer than on paper, but I don't want to spend months learning how to do it! I'm open to any thots. Thanx!  Shirley, I'm using EQ6 and love it, even though I probably only use it to about 20% of it's capabilities! I need more bonding time, too! However, I do have a suggestion for you. Learn EQ for your layout, but you might want to consider using Photoshop to design your Sues and guys. Maybe EQ will do it, but the ability to create separate layers in PS would be perfect for designing your costumes. You could start with the same basic shape (if you wanted to) like a nearly nekked paper doll, and dress each one with layers that are easily changed and/or completely removed. I use PS Elements software that came with my Wacom Bamboo tablet, so it's drawing with a pen-like stylus instead of trying to draw with a mouse. I'm lovin' in!! I took an on-line class through the Quilt Whisperer to learn PS and she will be offering another one this summer. http://www.quiltwhisper.com/forum/index.php?sid=3c3b4ef1a7fe89119fdb5d3ebba7ac54 In the meantime, her is the tablet that I'm using: http://www.wacom.com/en/Products/BambooTablets.aspx |
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That's funny Shirley. I am sure if saw what was in the package he would think I was nuts.
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sugarmuffin57 wrote:
WOO HOO! I GOT MINE TODAY! I almost attacked the poor postman when he was coming to the door. I saw he had my package and I KNEW what it was. He said he was glad he made me so happy. I had exactly what I was supposed to have and quite a few countries. Some repeats but I don't care about that. Didn't get any of mine either. Yay!  I can just see the Internet Headlines Now: SUGARMUFFIN ATTACKS POOR POSTMAN BECAUSE OF HER UNBRIDLED LUST FOR SOTTT HST'S...but glad to make her happy  I'm sorry, I'm going nuts waiting for my precious HST's |
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Lyndhurst, Ohio USA - East Side Suburb of Cleveland, Ohio
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Thanks Shirley. She can be very persistent when she wants to be!
 Btw, Nice to "see" you! I have been following the forum. Sometimes I wish there was a "like" button when I agree with the sentiments mentioned. |
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liiddz wrote:
I haven't posted to the forum too much, so I will try to be brief. First things first, Debbie, a great big THANK YOU for all your trips to the PO. I am still playing the waiting game, but will be even more patient knowing I can play with the HST before the Summer Semester begins. I may not finish piecing the top, but I can have the incentive dangling in front of me as I continue my education. Clara, you have beed a great gift to us all stepping up to assist with exchange, mere words won't do this thank you note justice. Here's my bio. Married, mother of 4. I started quilting about 10 years ago when my husband went to the Fire Academy and I needed to destress during the evenings while the kids were in bed. Took me almost two years to get used to him not home through the night. I am mostly self taught, although I have taken a class at the LQS. I am really good at starting quilts and supporting the Quilt Industry. Never met a nicer bunch of ladies and the variety of backgrounds is amazing! As many of you have mentioned, I also learned through Simply Quilts and several other programs that air on PBS stations. The variety of the hosts personalities compliments the setting of each show amazingly well. I do work full time outside the home, and will begin classes soon to improve my skills at work. I happy to know that while I study my machine won't be unattendeddana 1.jpgLove the photo of your 8 yr old sewing! Thanx for sharing! |
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I haven't posted to the forum too much, so I will try to be brief.
First things first, Debbie, a great big THANK YOU for all your trips to the PO. I am still playing the waiting game, but will be even more patient knowing I can play with the HST before the Summer Semester begins. I may not finish piecing the top, but I can have the incentive dangling in front of me as I continue my education. Clara, you have beed a great gift to us all stepping up to assist with exchange, mere words won't do this thank you note justice. Here's my bio. Married, mother of 4. I started quilting about 10 years ago when my husband went to the Fire Academy and I needed to destress during the evenings while the kids were in bed. Took me almost two years to get used to him not home through the night. I am mostly self taught, although I have taken a class at the LQS. I am really good at starting quilts and supporting the Quilt Industry. Never met a nicer bunch of ladies and the variety of backgrounds is amazing! As many of you have mentioned, I also learned through Simply Quilts and several other programs that air on PBS stations. The variety of the hosts personalities compliments the setting of each show amazingly well. I do work full time outside the home, and will begin classes soon to improve my skills at work. I happy to know that while I study my machine won't be unattended |
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msquiltlady wrote:
I just want everyone to know that I have been talking about yall !!! I am opening all my pressed open HSTs . With each peek I anounce the name and all the info on the paper . Then I ooohhh and aaahhh over each one and then I say thank you !!!! I know my dog and my 18 year old son think I'm crazy, but what's new ...I'm a quilter!!! SO if you hear voices in the wind today, it's just me !!!!! HOPPY EASTER !!!!! Marilyn a SOTT sister sorter (I am still counting stacks of 18 HSTs in my sleep ) I sure hope you meant to say stacks of 28 & not 18 , Marilyn! Many thanks for all of your help on 'sorting day'. |
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ClaraLawrence wrote:
NaneeWolf wrote:
Thursday, April 21, 11:00 am: Thanks Debbie. No pressure there. :shock: :shock: :shock: Clara Hallelujah...as of 15 minutes ago, all of the packages of U.S. HSTs have been put in the mail. All names have been checked off our spreadsheet and they are now in the hands of USPS. I hope they all arrive safely & soundly, and maybe even by Saturday if all goes well! Now I wonder what I will do with all my extra time? It's been a fun, interesting ride and I have made many new friends, though maybe some will only be through email..it has been priceless and I thank you for all the help, the support, and the EXPERIENCE!! Clara is working on the International packages, so she can provide an update on what's happening with those. Oops...I absolutely did not mean that to put pressure at all, Clara!! Of course, if you had everything you needed to finish, you'd have it done by now anyway...so those supply fairies just aren't on your side are they. Hmmm....maybe tomorrow they''ll be landing in to Elgin. |
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"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened."...quote courtesy of Dr. Seuss |
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I just want everyone to know that I have been talking about yall !!! I am opening all my pressed open HSTs . With each peek I anounce the name and all the info on the paper . Then I ooohhh and aaahhh over each one and then I say thank you !!!! I know my dog and my 18 year old son think I'm crazy, but what's new ...I'm a quilter!!! SO if you hear voices in the wind today, it's just me !!!!! HOPPY EASTER !!!!!
Marilyn a SOTT sister sorter (I am still counting stacks of 18 HSTs in my sleep ) |
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